Caramelized Apple French Press with Brown Sugar Foam

A cozy coffee treat with sweet caramelized apples and creamy brown sugar foam

Love fall flavors? This Caramelized Apple French Press coffee brings together rich coffee with sweet, tender apples and a luxurious brown sugar foam that'll make you feel like you're at a fancy café!

This coffee magic is super easy to create at home. Using a medium-dark roast coffee in your French press creates the perfect base for the caramelized apple syrup. Top it with our special brown sugar foam, and you've got the perfect autumn coffee experience.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This coffee recipe brings the best of fall flavors right to your cup! Here's why you'll love it:

Perfect fall comfort drink
Rich caramel apple flavor without artificial syrups
Impressive presentation with minimal effort
Can be made ahead for busy mornings

Caramelized Apple French Press with Brown Sugar Foam

A cozy coffee treat with sweet caramelized apples and creamy brown sugar foam

Hot Coffee, French Press Coffee, Caramel Apple Coffee, Fall Coffee, Brown Sugar Foam, Autumn Drinks

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Equipment

French press
Coffee grinder
Small saucepan
Milk frother or whisk
Measuring spoons
Kitchen scale (optional)

Ingredients

4 tablespoons medium-dark roast coffee beans, coarsely ground
16 oz hot water (200°F)
1 medium apple, diced
2 tablespoons brown sugar, divided
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup whole milk
Pinch of salt

Instructions

Dice apple and caramelize with 1 tablespoon brown sugar and butter in a small pan until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes). Set aside.
Grind coffee beans to a coarse consistency.
Add ground coffee to French press and pour hot water over grounds.
Let steep for 4 minutes, then press slowly.
While coffee is steeping, heat milk and remaining brown sugar until hot but not boiling.
Froth the brown sugar milk mixture until foamy.
Divide coffee between two cups, add caramelized apples.
Top with brown sugar foam and sprinkle with cinnamon.

Pro Tips

Use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for the best caramelization
Let your French press steep for exactly 4 minutes for optimal flavor
Make the brown sugar foam just before serving for the best texture
Pre-warm your serving cups for the best temperature retention

Calories: 245kcal, Carbohydrates: 42g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 22mg, Sodium: 98mg, Potassium: 215mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 36g, Calcium: 84mg, Iron: 0.5mg

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